Emergency Management Officer

Who You Are

You are an organized and resilient individual with a strong commitment to public service and emergency management. You possess a degree or equivalent work-related qualifications, with a deep understanding of local and regional government systems as well as the Civil Contingencies Act. Your experience in multi-agency working and project management allows you to work effectively in high-pressure situations, providing guidance and leadership to stakeholders and colleagues alike.

What the Job Involves

As an Emergency Management Officer, your primary role is the development, implementation, and review of policies, plans, and procedures related to statutory regulations like the Civil Contingencies Act. You will collaborate with the Local Resilience Forum to ensure coordinated responses to disruptions, maintain a robust Business Continuity Management system, and work with event organizers to ensure safety and compliance. Responsibilities include preparing integrated response plans, leading specialist work streams, delivering training, and participating in emergency on-call duties.

Skills

• Ability to remain calm and methodical under pressure
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills
• Good understanding of statutory legislation and emergency planning
• Experience in multi-agency collaboration
• Project management skills
• Strong personal commitment to public service
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities
• Willingness to work non-standard hours